Mother's Day 2025: It is not easy to return to work after becoming a mother, one has to face these challenges

News Topical, Digital Desk : Returning to work after the birth of a child is a big change emotionally and physically. It is also quite challenging. Many mothers want to return to a fixed routine and live freely, but returning to work also brings with it many health-related problems, which are often not paid attention to.

In such a situation, on the occasion of Mother's Day (Mother's Day 2025), let us know some important things related to this from Dr. Yashika Gudesar, Director and Unit Head of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Max Super Specialty Hospital, Dwarka-

Postpartum fatigue is a major problem

The most common of these problems is postpartum fatigue . Feeding the baby at night and being constantly engaged in caring for them leads to lack of sleep, which has a very bad effect on energy levels and concentration.

This can make it difficult for new mothers to function properly. Often this fatigue is compounded by postpartum depression or anxiety. 1 in 7 women are affected by this and if left untreated, it can affect their emotional health and performance at the workplace.

These problems occur after becoming a mother

It also takes a long time to recover physically after maternity leave. Many women continue to have pelvic pain, back pain, or are dealing with recovery issues from surgery. For breastfeeding mothers, feeding at work can be costly and emotionally challenging, especially if there isn't enough space or time for pumping.

The pressure to “bounce back” can lead new mothers to neglect their own health, skipping meals, ignoring illness symptoms, or missing follow-up appointments.

This is how you can get help

Support from your co-workers can make a huge difference. Flexible schedules, on-site childcare, a separate room for lactation, and sensitive supervisors can help ease the transition and aid mothers' physical and mental recovery.

This is also necessary

Returning to work is a huge milestone in the lives of new mothers, but it is equally important to understand and address the health issues that come with it. Be it family or workplace, awareness, support and compassion can ensure that mothers not only return to work, but also stay healthy.

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